How should foods be prepared to retain thiamin?
Thiamin can be lost from foods when they are cooked, especially if cooked in large amounts of water. However, because many thiamin sources don’t need to be cooked, this is not a major concern. What about supplements? Most people get plenty of thiamin in their diet, so supplements are usually not needed. Thiamin is included in most multivitamin supplements. Research has not yet found problems from consuming too much thiamin from food or supplements. However, there is no need to take a supplement with more than 100 to 150% of the Daily Value for thiamin. Where can I get more information? The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) agent at your county Extension office may have more written information and nutrition classes for you to attend. Also, a registered dietitian (RD) can provide reliable information to you.
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